http://ryosuzuki.org/publications/dis-2019-morphio.pdf
- Interfaces using soft materials, such as air pressure control, have been gaining popularity recently.
- However, their control (programming) is mostly done using PCs.
- This requires going back and forth between the real world and the PC world.
- MorphIO enables programming and playback by storing movement in the device itself.
- Similar to recording macros.
- Many rely on external sensors or internal rigid sensors to detect movement.
- MorphIO detects movement using internal conductive sponges.
- Resistance increases when stretched.
- However, their control (programming) is mostly done using PCs.
- A modular and entirely soft sensing and actuation unit for programming by demonstration of soft material interfaces.
- Can be combined in a modular manner.
- While each unit can only perform one-dimensional movement, they can be combined to enable tilting.